Associate Director of the Hubbell Environmental Law Initiative - University of Iowa College of Law (Iowa City, Iowa)

See more information here: https://uiowa.referrals.selectminds.com/jobs/associate-director-of-the-hubbell-environmental-law-initiative-30139?et=oWcwhJMb

The University of Iowa, College of Law is seeking The HELI’s Associate Director, who will work closely with the Faculty Director and the Program Director. This is a 75% regular benefitted Professional and Scientific appointment intended to assist with programming, and the likelihood of a teaching role in an adjunct faculty status, reflecting an approximately 25% additional appointment paid with compensation based on course load. The adjunct appointment is contingent on an annual approval process. Key responsibilities of the Associate Director are listed below. This position has funding for 8 years with possibility of continuation if additional funding can be identified. For more information, see https://law.uiowa.edu/news/2022/01/introducing-hubbell-environmental-law-initiative.

See more information here: https://uiowa.referrals.selectminds.com/jobs/associate-director-of-the-hubbell-environmental-law-initiative-30139?et=oWcwhJMb

Attorney, Office of the Chief Counsel - FDA (Multiple Vacancies)(Silver Spring, Maryland)

See more info here: https://careers.fdli.org/jobs/19110904/attorney-job-opportunities

FDA’s Office of the Chief Counsel is seeking to fill several attorney positions (GS 12/13/14). These positions offer intellectually challenging work, a variety of interesting assignments, and the satisfaction of working with highly motivated colleagues who are dedicated to integrity, excellence, respect. We promote a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion are valued, and where we enjoy our work.

FDA regulates almost 25 percent of the United States consumer economy to help ensure the safety and effectiveness of medical products, the safety of the food supply, and the regulation of tobacco products. FDA is responsible for regulating products as diverse as electronic cigarettes, artificial hearts, gene therapy products, pet food, dietary supplements, food from genetically engineered plants and animals, and counterterrorism medical products. The Office of the Chief Counsel provides litigation and counseling support for FDA’s mission of promoting and protecting the public health. The work of our attorneys has an immediate impact on public health and law across the country.

--


Based on the principle that diversity is a strength, the Office of the Chief Counsel values varied backgrounds and welcomes the application of members of historically underrepresented groups. Positions are located at FDA headquarters at the White Oak Campus in Silver Spring, Maryland. Salary currently ranges from $94,199 (GS-12) to $132,368 (GS-14) with promotion potential to $183,500 (GS-15).

Additional information on the Office of the Chief Counsel is available at http://www.fda.gov/AboutFDA/CentersOffices/OC/OfficeoftheChiefCounsel.

--

How to Apply

Send the following to OCOCCAttorneyAPP@fda.hhs.gov:resume
law school transcript
analytical legal writing sample
cover letter describing your interest in a position with FDA’s Office of the Chief Counsel, including any areas you are particularly interested in.

If you have questions about submitting your materials or need more information, please email OCOCCAttorneyAPP@fda.hhs.gov.

Assistant/Associate Professor of Law and Director, Food and Agriculture Law and Policy Clinic - Vermont Law and Graduate School (South Royalton, Vermont)

See more info here: https://careers.fdli.org/jobs/19126631/assistant-associate-professor-of-law-and-director-food-and-agriculture-law-and-policy-clinic


Housed within the Center for Agriculture and Food Systems (CAFS) at Vermont Law and Graduate School (VLGS), the Food and Agricultural Law and Policy Clinic (Clinic) provides an experiential offering for students to work alongside and provide assistance to our food system partners. The Clinic is one of a handful of law and policy clinics in the country exclusively devoted to providing expertise and assistance to food system stakeholders across the globe. This position leads the Clinic and reports directly to the CAFS Director. In the Clinic, the Director and Professor identifies, connects with, and collaborates with project partners in need of law and policy assistance, and trains and guides students to provide this assistance. As an integral member of the CAFS team, the Director and Professor works closely with the other team members to help identify, oversee, and implement grant-funded law and policy projects focused on the food system. Applicants should have enthusiasm for working with law and masters’ students who are eager to learn practical skills.


If you are applying from a third-party website (Indeed, etc.) and are unable to attach additional materials to your online application, please apply directly at https://www.vermontlaw.edu/community/about-vls/employment-opportunities or email required documents to Christine Moyer, cmoyer@vermontlaw.edu.

See more info here: https://careers.fdli.org/jobs/19126631/assistant-associate-professor-of-law-and-director-food-and-agriculture-law-and-policy-clinic

Director, Educational Programs - Food and Drug Law Institute (Hybrid)(Washington, D.C.)

For more information, see here.

The Food and Drug Law Institute (FDLI) is a nonprofit membership organization that offers education, training, publications, and professional engagement opportunities in the field of food and drug law. As a neutral convener, FDLI provides a venue for stakeholders to inform innovative public policy, law, and regulation. FDLI’s scope covers all industries regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and related agencies and authorities in the U.S. and globally, including drugs, medical devices, biologics, food, dietary supplements, cosmetics, cannabis, veterinary, and tobacco products.

FDLI is seeking a Director, Educational Programs to serve as a key member of FDLI’s senior leadership team. This position is responsible for the strategic planning as well as the day-to-day oversight of the majority of FDLI’s programs via a team of six people. As an important face of the organization, this role requires a high level of networking with the key stakeholders in the food and drug law community, as well as an understanding of a variety of issues in the FDA-regulated space. The Director, Educational Programs speaks publicly, leads committees, and works closely with FDLI members and staff.

Attendance in-person at events in DC throughout the year is required and the Director must reside in the Washington, DC-Metro region. The position reports to the President & CEO.

FDLI is a hybrid work environment composed of a strong and supportive team of twenty-one professionals. FDLI has a primarily remote office environment. While employees generally work from an approved home office or similar remote location, all FDLI employees will have certain workdays in the FDLI office or Washington, DC region, as necessary to meet the needs of the organization and position. It is expected this position will attend all major in-person conferences in addition to regular staff meetings/events scheduled throughout the year.

For more information, see here.

Attorney, Senior Legal Manager - Driscoll's (Watsonville, CA)(Hybrid)

Apply online at: https://www.driscolls.com/about/careers/job?id=R0005951&returnUrl=%2Fabout%2Fcareers

About the job

• Location: US - Watsonville, California
• Job Family: Legal
• Time Type: Full time
• Job Requisition ID: R0005951
• Experience Years: 5-10 Years of Experience
• Employee Type: Regular
• Remote Type: Onsite

About the Opportunity 

This position’s responsibilities include providing legal counsel, analyzing legal risk through legal research and dispute/claim analysis, leading contract structuring and negotiation, and directing, managing, and supporting legal counsel across North America, South America, Europe, China, and Australia. This is an expert generalist role, ideal for a strategic and business-minded attorney, experienced paralegal, or contracts professional with strong legal research, negotiation, and project leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide solution focused legal guidance to a multitude of business groups at Driscoll’s including communicating complex ideas, anticipating potential objections, and persuading people at all levels to a different point of view.
• Contribute to the development of functional strategy and lead legal projects.
• Provide expert legal counsel in the following areas of law: commercial transactions, agriculture, customs, employment, finance, food safety, information technology, intellectual property, labelling, licensing, nursery, PACA, procurement, real estate, sales/marketing, supply chain, traceability, international trade/trade remedy, transportation, UCC, etc.
• Draft and negotiate a broad variety of contracts in accordance with legal policies and procedures.
• Evaluate and manage disputes, claims, and litigation.
• Collaborate with other members of Legal Affairs on cross-functional initiatives.
• Oversee, hire, evaluate, and support effective working relationships with domestic and international outside legal counsel to provide required expertise and support for transactional and legal matters.
• Ensure the security of Driscoll’s confidential and proprietary information.
• Represents Driscoll’s in an ethical and business-like manner in all interactions with growers, suppliers, customers and the business community at large.
• Mentor and learn from employees at all levels.
• Domestic and international travel required up to 10%.

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s required. JD preferred, however we are very interested in experienced paralegals and contracts professionals.
• 12+ years of experience for attorneys.
• 15+ years of experience for paralegals and contract professionals.
• Experience structuring, negotiating, and closing complex legal transactions.
• Legal research and regulatory analysis experience required.
• Litigation and dispute management and Intellectual property licensing experience required.
• Experience in Agribusiness strongly preferred.
• Ability to review, analyze and negotiate broad assortment of legal agreements.
• Outstanding legal research, oral, and written communication skills.
• Not required, Spanish is a plus.

Preferred (other) Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills; ability to develop close working relationships and to work, collaborate, and finalize projects, contracts and transactions effectively across diverse groups, teams, and cultures.
• Prior experience as an attorney, paralegal, or contracts professional in a firm or corporate legal environment.
• Experience with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience working in the agriculture industry and/or in a global organization.
• Spanish is a plus, but not required.
• California driver’s license and a valid passport with the ability to travel internationally without restrictions.

Compensation & Benefits

The following information is provided in good faith as a general description of the salary range and benefits for the position posted. The actual compensation offered to the successful candidate is dependent upon experience, skills, education, work location, internal pay equity, and other objective job-related factors.

Salary Range estimated for Attorney/Senior Legal Manager: $150,000.00 to $174,000.00 USD.

Driscoll’s is committed to a culture of care and offers an attractive benefits package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, and disability coverage for positions working more than 30 hours per week. Other benefits include: 401(k) with employer match, profit-sharing participation, paid sick time, paid vacation, paid personal and family care leave, and a free Employee Assistance Program (EAP). More detailed information regarding the benefits package, will be shared during the application process.

About Driscoll's

Driscoll's is the global market leader for fresh strawberries, blueberries, raspberries and blackberries. With more than 100 years of farming heritage and hundreds of independent growers around the world, Driscoll's is passionate about growing fresh, beautiful and delicious berries. Our values of humility, passion and trustworthiness have guided our mission to delight consumers around the world.

Driscoll's exclusive patented berry varieties are developed through years of research using only natural breeding methods – meaning, no GMOs. From farm-to-table, we focus on delivering a high quality, premium berry experience with our many supply chain partners.

Driscoll's is the trusted brand for Only the Finest Berries™.

Apply online at: https://www.driscolls.com/about/careers/job?id=R0005951&returnUrl=%2Fabout%2Fcareers

Staff Attorney, Rural Justice Unit - California Rural Legal Assistance, Inc. (Hybrid)

Apply via LinkedIn here. 

WHO WE ARE: Founded in 1966, CRLA's mission is to fight for justice and individual rights alongside the most exploited communities of our society. Through a network of regional offices and cross-cutting programs, CRLA provides legal services to tens of thousands of low-income people annually. Our work impacts farm workers, indigenous populations, individuals with disabilities, immigrant populations, LGBTQ+ communities, women, children, and low-income families in rural areas.

Position: Staff Attorney
Experience: 6+ months
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Location: Stockton (Hybrid)
Other: FLSA Exempt, Full-Time (37.50hrs per week), Union Position

 
Reporting to the Directing Attorney, the Staff Attorney provides comprehensive legal services to eligible clients in CRLA priority areas in accordance with CRLA program guidelines, the ABA Standards for Providers of Civil Legal Services, and the Code of Professional Responsibility.

Essential Responsibilities/Duties:

• Provides legal services to low-income clients and client groups, including advice, negotiation, litigation, and administrative advocacy in accordance with program priorities and case-handling policies.
• Reviews and supervises the work product of Community Workers and Clerical support staff relating to all clients being advised or represented by him/her.
• Undertakes significant statewide impact activity, including institutional and group litigation or community economic development beneficial to the low-income community.
• Develops leadership in working with community, client, and other advocacy groups related to statewide impact issues.
• Works to develop specialized knowledge in a substantive area of poverty law and acts as a resource for other staff through participation in at least one CRLA task force.
• Coordinates advocacy in substantive areas through collaboration with other human services providers, non-profit organizations, and community, client, or other advocacy groups.
• Participates in CRLA training programs, local office case reviews or staff meetings, or other CRLA activities as required.
• Provides community education regarding legal rights and prepares materials relating to these presentations.
• Works with members of the private bar as necessary in accordance with CRLA Private Bar Involvement.
• Maintains contemporaneous time records in the CRLA case management system.
• Maintains a good working relationship with all members of the office staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Education And Experience:

• Admitted to practice law in the State of CA or willing to take the next CA Bar Exam.
• Demonstrated commitment to working with low-income clients.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Able to meet deadlines and perform multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail.
• Good people skills and the ability to maintain positive relations with a diverse population.

Preferred Education And Experience:

A highly qualified and desirable candidate would also have the following:

• Experience working with low-income families and communities.
• Experience in a non-profit legal services environment.
• Prior experience in legal services and additional language ability relevant.
• Bilingual (English & Spanish).

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Compensation & Benefits:

We offer a diverse, family-friendly environment and compensation based on competitive public interest salaries; generous benefits package which includes 100% employer-covered medical, dental, vision, life, and short & long-term disability insurance for employees and up to 50% for dependents coverage; and 401K retirement plan with CRLA contribution effective immediately. Some professional dues are paid by CRLA (Bar Fees) and, if qualified, up to $6,000 law school Loan Reimbursement Assistance Program (LRAP). Generous paid leave policy which includes; 15 days of sick leave, 15 holidays each year, and vacation ( accrue 15 days for the first year of service and 20 days after one year of service at CRLA ). This is a union position (Legal Service Workers for Rural California "LSWRC" ), and the salary ranges from (Staff Attorney: $65,500-$90,000) depending on each year of admission to practice law in any U.S. jurisdiction and any relevant law-related work experience prior to being admitted to practice law.

CRLA requires that all employees are Fully Vaccinated, defined as a CDC-approved COVID vaccination and one booster shot. This offer is contingent on meeting this requirement. The complete vaccination policy, including the process for reasonable allowable accommodations, is available for your review upon request.

California Rural Legal Assistance Inc. thrives on our diversity, and we are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to building a culturally diverse workplace and strongly encourage women, persons of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, veterans, persons with disabilities, and persons from other underrepresented groups to apply.

Apply via LinkedIn here. 

Corporate Counsel, Contracts - Smithfield Foods (Smithfield, VA)

Apply via LinkedIn here. 

About the job:

Job Locations:

US-VA-Smithfield

Your Opportunity:

Seeking a junior-level contracts attorney to provide legal advice to the Company and generally assist the Law Department and individual business units with a wide range of commercial contracting matters. The attorney works closely with other members of the Law Department and individual business units to achieve business objectives within acceptable risk profiles. The attorney performs duties consistent with legal and ethical requirements as well as Company values, standards, culture and business practices.

Salary Range:

$94,000 - $138,050

Core Responsibilities:

Drafting, analyzing and negotiating commercial contracts, including non-disclosure agreements, master services agreements, SOWs, SaaS agreements, supply chain agreements, transportation agreements, licensing and other technology agreements.

 
Supporting sales (retail, foodservice, industrial), procurement, engineering, information technology, and plant and farm operations teams.

 
Managing a contract matter throughout the process, from intake or drafting through negotiation and execution, and assisting the business in on-going contract management and dispute resolution. Advising on performance issues and available contractual remedies.

 
Supporting the Law Department in contract lifecycle management, template creation and the development of contracting standards applicable to the organization to achieve organization-wide consistency.

 
Research and evaluate contract management products and other legal technology tools to streamline legal processes. Assist in implementing innovative legal products and procedures.

 
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited law school, required.

 
Must be admitted to practice law in at least one state.

 
Ability to effectively and efficiently manage multiple matters and changing priorities and to complete projects in a timely and accurate manner. Detail-oriented.

 
Excellent communication (oral and written), organization, analytical and interpersonal skills. Ability to clearly communicate complex concepts to internal clients and externally.

 
Sound judgment; ability to think critically, make and articulate well-reasoned recommendations and determine who should be kept informed.

 
Ability to counsel internal clients on the risks associated with various options and to present creative solutions to difficult problems to achieve the desired business outcome while appropriately managing risk.

 
Performance-driven with good business sense, a strong work ethic and a sense of urgency, honesty and fairness. Strong sense of ownership over matters.

 
Collaborative nature and collegial attitude; calm under pressure.

 
Self-confident and inspires confidence from clients. Committed to be an engaged partner to internal clients.

 
Willing to travel on an occasional basis.

 
Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.

 
Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

 
Careers And Benefits:

To learn more about Smithfield’s benefits, visit smithfieldfoods.com/careerbenefits .

PEOPLE MATTER

More than 63,000 employees globally drive our success. We strive to create a fair, ethical and rewarding work environment.

GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT

Working at Smithfield isn't just a job – it's the foundation for a lifelong career with training designed to help you advance professionally.

Benefits

Our people matter. That's why we offer excellent, comprehensive benefits packages to our full-time employees. Also, education benefits available to full and part-time Smithfield team members on their first day of employment

SUSTAINABILITY PLEDGE

Sustainability is ingrained in our culture and guides how we operate. We believe in innovating for the future.

About Smithfield Foods

Headquartered in Smithfield, Va. since 1936, Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with agricultural roots and a global reach. With more than 60,000 jobs globally, we are dedicated to producing "Good food. Responsibly ® " and serve as one of the world's leading vertically integrated protein companies. We have pioneered sustainability standards for more than two decades, including our industry-leading commitments to become carbon negative in our U.S. company-owned operations and reduce GHG emissions 30 percent across our entire U.S. value chain by 2030. We believe in the power of protein to end food insecurity and have donated hundreds of millions of food servings to our communities. Smithfield boasts a portfolio of high-quality iconic brands, such as Smithfield ® , Eckrich ® and Nathan's Famous ® , among many others. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com , and connect with us on Facebook , Twitter , LinkedIn and Instagram .

EEO/AA Information

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.

Apply via LinkedIn here. 

Assistant General Counsel - Texas Department of Agriculture (Austin,TX)

Apply online with Texas Government Website Portal here or view the job post on LinkedIn. 

Job Description: TDA - Legal - Assistant General Counsel (58123) (00036165)

TDA - Legal - Assistant General Counsel (58123) (00036165)
Organization: DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

Primary Location: Texas-Austin
Work Locations:
SFA OFFICES AUSTIN - 11 FLOOR
1700 N. Congress Ste 1100
Austin 78701

Job: Legal

Employee Status: Regular

Schedule: 

Full-time Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
State Job Code: 3504
Salary Admin Plan: B
Grade: 26

Salary (Pay Basis): 6,500.00 - 7,245.00 (Monthly)

Number of Openings: 1

Overtime Status: Exempt

Job Posting: Sep 5, 2023, 1:27:33 PM

Closing Date: Sep 19, 2023, 11:59:00 PM

Description:

ASSISTANT GENERAL COUNSEL

Salary Information: $6,500.00 - $7,245.00/MO – B26

State Classification: Attorney III - 3504

FLSA Status: Exempt

Posting Number: 23-58123-1

Location: Austin, TX

HOW TO APPLY

Apply online at via CAPPS. Applicants applying in WIT must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions, go to CAPPS Recruit: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en.

WHO ARE WE

The Texas Department of Agriculture’s Legal Services Division provides legal counsel to TDA executive staff, divisions and programs, and a variety of boards and advisory committees.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

The Assistant General Counsel will provide advanced legal services for the Trade and Business Development Division’s Office of Rural Affairs, State Office of Rural Health, and Grants Office of the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) including supporting the Community Development Block Grant Program, rural health grant programs, Texas Agricultural Finance Authority, agricultural grant programs and other federally and state funded rural economic development grant programs and related boards and committees. You will provide legal advice to TDA staff administering the programs; drafting and/or reviewing correspondence, solicitation requests, contracts, program guides, and rules; and implementing legislation regarding the programs. You will work under minimal supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide legal support for the Trade and Business Development Division’s Office of Rural Affairs, State Office of Rural Health, Texas Agricultural Finance Authority, and Grants Office, as assigned, to include: providing legal advice to TDA staff administering federally and state funded rural community and economic development and rural health programs; drafting and/or reviewing correspondence, solicitations such as requests for proposals, qualifications, or grant applications, contracts, grant agreements and amendments, program implementation manuals, program application guides, and rules; and implementing legislation regarding the programs.

Research and provide legal analysis on state and federal laws and regulations.

Review contract performance issues, findings of noncompliance and breach of contract issues, and provide legal support and advice to programs on such matters.

Attend various advisory committee and board meetings and provide legal support to program committees and boards.

Research and draft legal memoranda on issues for programs and TDA executive staff.

Attend program staff meetings, including briefings on grant awards and issues related to program implementation, and provide legal support to programs on such matters.

Serve as a staff attorney providing program support in the area of administrative law, including agency rulemaking, public information requests and compliance with open meetings.

Serve, as needed, as one of the agency’s liaisons with the Office of the Attorney General regarding litigation involving the agency, to include preparing subpoenas, records and documents for civil litigation and assist in preparing cases for court trial and assist in representing the agency in matters before court, as appropriate.

Serve as counsel for programs in administrative hearings, including drafting briefs, preparing witnesses for testimony, and representing TDA at the hearings.

Follow all TDA safety guidelines/procedures and ethics requirements.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

J.D. or LL. B. Degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a license to practice law in the State of Texas.

5 years of work experience working as a licensed attorney.

Recent work experience in contracts and administrative law.

Work experience performing legal research and preparing legal memoranda and documents.

Experience making presentations to groups.

PREFERRED

Experience working with federal and/or state grant programs.

Experience working as an attorney in a governmental entity in Texas.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Knowledge of legal principles, practices, and proceedings.

Skill in legal research, writing, and analysis; in the use of a computer and applicable software; in using reasoning and logic; in identifying and solving complex problems; in prioritizing workloads; and in using judgment to identify courses of action.

Ability to conduct hearings, to prepare opinions and briefs, to prepare cases for trial, to conduct research, to summarize findings, to interpret and apply laws, to use legal reference materials, to communicate effectively, orally and in writing; exercise sound judgment and discretion; and to maintain the highest level of confidentiality.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Normal office work environment and may have exposure to dust and environmental allergens consistent with normal business activities and human contact. Mostly sedentary in nature but may involve walking; standing; pulling and pushing; kneeling, stooping and bending; performing tasks requiring fine motor skills and coordination; and safely lifting and carrying items weighing up to 30 pounds. Must be able work extended periods at a computer, and may require working extended hours and some evenings and weekends, as needed. May involve travel, up to 10%* of the work period, and some occasionally overnight.

BENEFITS

The State of Texas offers a variety of benefits for you and your family that are comprehensive and, on average, make up about one-third of total compensation. Benefits include:

Retirement Plan; Paid Group Health & Basic Life Insurance for employees; Paid Holidays; Paid Vacation Leave; Paid Sick Leave; Longevity Pay; Dental; Vision; Dependent Optional Life Insurance; Voluntary AD&D Insurance; Dependent Health & Life Insurance; Health & Dependent care flexible spending accounts . . .

A skills exercise may be conducted for interview purposes. Only candidates selected for a skills exercise/interview will be contacted.

Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls. If you submitted your application through the CAPPS Career Center, you may also check the status of your application by accessing your profile and selecting My Jobpage and selecting My Submissions.

*A valid government-issued driver’s license, which is recognized by the Texas Department of Public Safety and in good standing, and an acceptable driving record are required. TDA will verify this information with the Texas Department of Public Safety. Applicants with a driver’s license not issued by the State of Texas should obtain and be prepared to provide a copy of their current driving record on or before their first day

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO): The Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (gender, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, disability, age, military status, genetic information or protected activity (retaliation). TDA provides accommodations for persons with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act. If you need help with the employment process or require other accommodations, please contact the Human Resources office for assistance at (512) 463-7423.

TDA participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Veterans and Former Foster Child Employment Preference: TDA complies with the provisions of the veterans and former foster child employment preference acts. Please contact our Human Resources-Veterans Liaison at (512) 463-7454 for assistance.

Go to https://texasskillstowork.com/, https://www.onetonline.org/, or http://www.careeronestop.org/ for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements, and skill sets.

Additional Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) Code or Crosswalk information is available from the Texas State Auditor’s Office at Legal MOS Codes.

Attorney Advisor (General) - USDA (Washington, D.C.)(On-site)

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3710005952

Conditions of Employment: 

You must be a US Citizen or US National.
Males born after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service registered or exempt.
Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check.

Direct Deposit - Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution.
Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit E-Verify at https://www.e-verify.gov/.
Must submit Cover Letter, Resume, Proof of Bar Membership, Law School Transcripts, and Written Narrative.

Review of the OF-306, Declaration for Federal Employment, and the Electronic Questionnaires for Investigations Processing (eQIP) entries have been reviewed and determined to be satisfactory.

Requires a favorable credit check as part of the background investigation.
Additional selections may be made from this announcement.
Selectee must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
Obtain and use a Government issued charge card for business-related travel.
May be subject to satisfactory completion of a two year probationary or trial period, unless previously served.


Qualifications:

For consideration, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications for attorney positions:

Successful completion of a full course of study in a school of law accredited by the America Bar Association (ABA) and have the first professional law degree (J.D. or equivalent degree) (Law School transcript required); AND
Currently be a member in good standing of the bar of a state, territory of the United States, District of Columbia, or Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. 

Specialized Experience:

Applicants should have demonstrated specialized experience in legal research, excellent writing and communication skills, and a strong academic record. This experience should be clearly documented in the cover letter and resume.

GS-11: Meet minimum qualifications, above, and demonstrate: Federal service or equivalent responsibility in the private sector/pay systems that has equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform as an Attorney Advisor. Examples of such experience include: Under direction providing legal advice, research, analysis and interpretation of federal, state, and local laws; Assisting in writing opinions, memoranda, pleadings, briefs, and legal support of agency/organization programs and litigation; Performing other legal services as assigned; Preparing various kinds of legal documents, both for specific case use and for general use under guidance; Ability to conduct legal research to handle cases involving the Department's programs; Ability to apply legal analysis and make sound legal judgment to find appropriate precedent or distinguish applicable law or facts to support or justify legal positions with advice from senior attorneys.

The duties listed below are described at the FPL GS-14, the GS-11, GS-12, and GS-13 are developmental leading to such performance.

Mastery of statutes, regulations, and legal precedents related to major USDA program areas or relevant subject matter expertise to provide expert legal advice in regard to the assigned program area, develop or recommend litigation strategies and procedures, aid the Department of Justice in the trial of important or precedent-setting cases, and negotiate or participate in negotiating settlements on behalf of the Department.

Mastery of a large and complex body of law in which precedents are frequently conflicting or non-existent to make determinations and reach conclusions which guide the Department or the Agency in resolving subsequent, similar problems; provide legal advice to heads of programs and Agencies on complex and difficult legal questions or factual issues; and write opinions and case assessment memoranda after conducting detailed factual and legal research.

Mastery of the principles and techniques of legal analysis and practice in order to prepare pleadings, motions, briefs, litigation reports, and related documents in connection with suits by and against the Government and determine in each case the nature of action or defense, the legal issues involved, the most effective course of action, and optimal strategies and tactics to be employed.

Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of missions and functions of the USDA and its agencies or relevant subject matter expertise, as appropriate in order to provide legal services in support of USDA programs and activities that are consistent with the strategic goals of USDA and the priorities of the Secretary of Agriculture.

Mastery of the principles and techniques of written and oral communication to speak and write with clarity and tact to provide guidance on complex legal issues, secure acceptance of recommendations, prepare complex legal opinions, and effectively represent the Department in a variety of external interactions. NOTE: This experience must be demonstrated on your resume/supporting documents.


Education: Successful completion of a full course of study in a school of law accredited by the America Bar Association (ABA) and have the first professional law degree (J.D. or equivalent degree) (law school transcript required).

Foreign Education: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university.

It is your responsibility to provide adequate proof that you meet the above requirements (education and bar membership). Inadequate or illegible information could result in non-qualification and loss of consideration.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: You MUST submit a copy of your transcript if you want to substitute your education for experience. If you claim qualifications based on education, and do not submit a transcript, your education will not be used in making a qualification determination and you may be found "not qualified".

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Bar Membership: Applicant must currently be a member in good standing of the bar of a state, territory of the United States, District of Columbia, or Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.


Narrative: You must submit a written statement, in your cover letter or in a separate document, explaining your interest in working for USDA's Office of the General Counsel, and noting any relevant course work, training, or prior experience that you believe should be considered in evaluating your application.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

Additional Information:

This is a bargaining unit designated position. This position is represented by AFGE, Local 1106.

There are vacancies in Washington, District of Columbia.

Washington DC Pay Scale: The below salary reflects the pay range from GS-11 Step 1 to a GS-14 Step 10. This position starts at the GS-11 level. However, the full performance level is a GS-14. Below are the salary ranges for each grade level:

GS-11: $78,592.00 - $102,166.00

GS-12: $94,199.00 - $122,459.00

GS-13: $112,015.00 - $145,617.00

GS-14: $132,368.00 - $172,075.00

If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so.

Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication of program information (Braille, large print, audiotape, etc) should contact: USDA's TARGET Center at 202-720-2600 (voice and TDD).

If you are selected for a position with further promotion potential, you will be placed under a career development plan, and may be non-competitively promoted if you successfully complete the requirements and if recommended by management. However, promotion is neither implied nor guaranteed.

Relocation expenses are not authorized.

Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP), Reemployment Priority List (RPL), or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP): Visit the OPM website for information on how to apply as a CTAP, RPL, or ICTAP eligible. To exercise selection priority for this vacancy, CTAP/RPL/ICTAP candidates must meet the basic eligibility requirements and all selective factors. CTAP/ICTAP candidates must be rated and determined to be well qualified (or above) based on an evaluation of the competencies listed in the How You Will Be Evaluated section. When assessed through a score-based category rating method, CTAP/ICTAP applicants must receive a rating of at least 85 out of a possible 100.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits .

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3710005952

Program Officer, Environment - The Walton Family Foundation (Washington, DC or Denver, CO)

 Position: Program Officer

Department: Environment

Reporting to: Senior Program Officer, Colorado River Program 

Location: Washington DC or Denver, CO

Job Classification: Full-Time; Exempt

The Walton Family Foundation is seeking a skilled, highly motivated, and collaborative individual to join the Foundation as a Program Officer.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

We are committed to embedding diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organization to foster an environment where all associates THRIVE and belong. We do this by creating:

• a culture committed to continuous learning that recognizes and values differences
• an environment of respect and connection to learn from the richness of identities, experiences, and perspectives
• fair access for all to opportunities for growth and advancement
  

About the Position

The Program Officer will help manage a diverse portfolio of local, regional, and national grantees, as well as support strategic projects and initiatives, in service of the Environment Program’s Strategy 2025 goals, with a focus on the Colorado River Basin. The ideal candidate will have experience in project execution and strong interpersonal, writing, and communication skills.

The ideal candidate will bring a growth mindset to the work of executing the mission of ensuring the Colorado River Basin has adapted to a hotter, drier future by restoring and maintaining healthy ecosystems so that people and nature thrive together.

What you will do

Responsibilities

Grantee Partnerships & Support

• Manage relationships with grantees and potential grantees including seeking and performing due diligence on proposals aligned with the Colorado River initiative of the Environment program.
  
• Shepherd proposals through the Foundation’s approval process, as well as provide guidance to and work with grantees to achieve significant impact.
  
• Assist grantees in developing and implementing maintenance, monitoring, and funding strategies that lead to the achievement of strategic goals.
  
• Support Senior Program Officer(s) and team with written materials, grantee convenings, and other learning opportunities.
  
• Manage workflow and processes with grantees, across Foundation offices, and with family members.
  
• Review budgets for appropriate expenditures, review legal documents, monitor grantee operations, review financial and narrative reports and work with our administrative team to ensure timely payments.
  
• Provide responsive and thoughtful advising to grantees; be proactive in anticipating needs, and provide accurate, timely resolution of issues when they arise.
  
• Identify potential new partnerships and opportunities including identifying prospective grantees and funding partners.
  

Collaboration Within Environment Program & Across WFF

• Collaborate with Foundation colleagues, including members of the Foundation evaluation and communications teams, to implement, refine, and expand the Foundation’s impact.
• Serve on a cross-cutting team of the Environment program.
• Help shape strategy implementation plans aligned with the Environment program.
• Help support other projects and assignments as requested by the Environment team, Foundation leadership, and/or family members.
  

Who we are looking for

Qualifications required for your success

• A bachelor’s degree; relevant master’s degree or higher preferred.
• At least 5 years of work in a relevant field.
• Excellent written communication skills with experience in producing both brief and longer written products in a timely fashion for internal and external audiences.
• Outstanding verbal communication skills with experience conveying complex issues to internal and external audiences.

Personal attributes that support your success

• Ability to act as a trusted advisor to principals and colleagues while demonstrating expertise and integrity.
• You are helpful, a team player, and show respect while collaborating with others.
• You are results oriented and exercise sound judgment in your work.
• A lifelong learner who is inquisitive and has the ability to anticipate issues and problems in advance and propose possible solutions with bold thinking and innovation.
• A visionary who plans for the future with imagination and wisdom.
• You are dedicated to achieving excellence and work with others to tackle the tasks at hand.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion goals for both working internally with Foundation colleagues as well as externally with diverse grantees and partners.
• Ability to give and receive feedback graciously.
• Demonstrated success in building effective relationships and networks to achieve results.
• Intellectual agility and the ability to analyze, think critically, and understand emerging education issues and trends.
• Willingness to travel and equal enthusiasm about building relationships remotely.

All offers of employment are contingent on your successful completion (where permitted by state law) of a confidentiality agreement and background check. In addition, you will need to provide proper identification verifying your eligibility to work in the United States on your first day of work.

Benefits Information* (Colorado positions only)

Compensation Range : $128,000 - $160,000

Benefits Information: We offer a comprehensive and generous benefits package which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401 (k) retirement plan and paid time off.

*This information is provided to comply with Colorado Law.

About the Walton Family Foundation

The Walton Family Foundation is, at its core, a family-led foundation. Three generations of the descendants of our founders, Sam and Helen Walton, and their spouses, work together to lead the foundation and create access to opportunity for people and communities. We work in three areas: improving K-12 education, protecting rivers and oceans and the communities they support, and investing in our home region of Northwest Arkansas and the Arkansas-Mississippi Delta. To learn more, visit waltonfamilyfoundation.org and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

The Environment Program

Learn more about the Environment Program strategy here.

How to Apply

https://weioffice-foundation.icims.com/jobs/1238/program-officer/job

Applications must include an updated resume and a cover letter that explains how previous experiences have prepared you for this role and why this role aligns to your career goals.

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Walton Family Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building and maintaining a culturally diverse workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment of any kind. We encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

Litigation Attorney - Legal Impact for Chickens [LIC] (Remote-based)

Legal Impact for Chickens seeks a litigator.

We’re looking for the next attorney to help build our nonprofit and fight for animals.

Want to join our team on the ground floor?

About us:

Legal Impact for Chickens (LIC) is a 501(c)(3) litigation nonprofit. We work to protect farmed animals.

You may have seen our Costco shareholder derivative suit in The Washington Post, Fox Business, or CNN Business—or even on TikTok.

Now, we’re looking for our next hire: an entrepreneurial litigator to help fight for animals!

About you:

• Licensed and in good standing with your state bar

• 3+ years of litigation experience preferred

• Excellent analytical, writing, and verbal-communication skills

• Zealous, creative, enthusiastic litigator

• Passion for helping farmed animals

• Interest in entering a startup nonprofit on the ground floor, and helping to build something

• Willingness to do all types of nonprofit startup work, beyond just litigation

• Strong work ethic and initiative

• Love of learning

• Kind to our fellow humans, and excited about creating a welcoming, inclusive team

About the role:

You will be an integral part of LIC. You’ll help shape our organization’s future.

Your role will be a combination of (1) designing and pursuing creative impact litigation for animals, and (2) helping with everything else we need to do, to run this new nonprofit!

Since this is such a small organization, you’ll wear many hats: Sometimes you may wear a law-firm partner’s hat, making litigation strategy decisions or covering a hearing on your own. Sometimes you’ll wear an associate’s hat, analyzing complex and novel legal issues. Sometimes you’ll pitch in on administrative tasks, making sure a brief gets filed properly or formatting a table of authorities. Sometimes you’ll wear a start-up founder’s hat, helping plan the number of employees we need, or representing LIC at conferences. We can only promise it won’t be dull!

This job offers tremendous opportunity for advancement, in the form of helping to lead LIC as we grow. The hope is for you to become an indispensable, long-time member of our new team.

Commitment: Full time

Location and travel: This is a remote, U.S.-based position. You must be available to travel for work as needed, since we will litigate all over the country.

Reports to: Alene Anello, LIC’s president

Salary: $80,000–$100,000 depending on experience

Benefits: Health insurance, 401(k), flexible schedule, unlimited PTO (plus mandatory vacation!)

One more thing!

LIC is an equal opportunity employer. Women and people of color are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, age, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristic.

To Apply:

To apply, please email your cover letter, resume, writing sample, and three references, all combined as one PDF, to info@legalimpactforchickens.org.

Government Affairs Manager - National Turkey Federation (Hybrid)(Washington, D.C.)

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3705206539/

About the job

The National Turkey Federation (NTF), the trade association for the $13-billion turkey industry, operates on a $3.5-million budget. Located in downtown Washington, D.C., our 10-person team works collaboratively on a hybrid schedule, focusing on issues from food safety and animal health to environment, labor and transportation. Each year we have the honor of coordinating the National Thanksgiving Turkey presentation at the White House.

Role Summary

The Government Affairs Manager will be familiar and interested in both legislative and regulatory affairs. The job will require interaction with Members of Congress, their staff and key regulatory officials. A scientific, technical or legislative/regulatory background is required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Executes key portions of NTF’s legislative and regulatory programs to achieve defined policy goals.
• Leads policy development and lobbying strategies in certain areas, including the preparation of position and policy papers.
• Develops and maintains contacts with key congressional and regulators’ offices and organizes NTF member meetings with those offices.
• Staffs NTF member committees dealing with key issues.
• Plans, schedules and manages multiple research and analysis projects.
• Provides support in the operation and regulatory compliance for NTF’s political action committee.

Reports to:

Senior Vice President, Legislative Affairs
Vice President, Scientific and Regulatory Affairs

Qualifications and Required Skills

Bachelor’s Degree with experience and understanding of the agriculture/food industry; advanced degree preferred.
At least two years’ working in legislative, regulatory or industry preferred.
Advanced experience with Microsoft Office.
Strong written and oral communications skills.
Ability to manage complex time-sensitive assignments from both supervisors.

Salary is commensurate with experience. Please apply using a resume only through LinkedIn or email to membership@turkeyfed.org.

Posted on Aug 30, 2023.

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3705206539/